Lol this is a bit like going on a thread about driving reefer and saying, "I like to grow my own vegetables, thanks!" I've heard before that...
Right, so my question was, why don't van line agents do that? Another advantage to using doubles in household: driveways. 90% of the time...
@LoneRanger I'm the same way with my stuff, but my customers have their reasons for hiring us. Gun safes and pianos going upstairs, old folks...
The big van lines also have thousands of drivers and trucks across the country.
Thought I've been mulling about since switching from box truck moving company to van line... @Sharky88 and anyone else, please share your insight....
Given that both the owner op and company percentages are significantly lower than the 65-77% you previously mentioned, could this agent possibly...
What was explained to me is that the %s represent what I get back, is there a difference between fuel surcharges and fuel costs?
Got some more clarity today... So both o/o and company drivers get their fuel expenses fully reimbursed. Not sure if these numbers look good or...
I once moved a shipper from NC to Hampton Roads area. She called back saying her TV was broken. It was loaded in a safe place on the truck, never...
If you choose PODS, ABF, etc you still have to hire labor that can steal or damage your belongings, albeit with many fewer regulations. Or you...
The answers I know at the moment: Yes, all my jobs are pack and load. I'm paid for the pack jobs but not sure of the commission. Responsible for...
Answering my own questions here: 1- How far do you go? Agreed to do mostly border states and borders of borders. Southeast region, maybe some...
And yes, winters are typically slower, although that's been less the case since covid. So, I guess my question would have to be narrowed to:...
If I do switch fields it'll probably be a close cousin of HHG, like in-home delivery or LTL. It's not for everyone, but I love the combo of...
Company driver, commission is 43% before expenses. Only working hourly if local (intrastate and destination <35 miles from origin). I don't know...
That and ABF, OD, etc have started to take up a lot of the market with customer or third-party loaded trailers. But United/Mayflower, North...
Bedbuggers unite: Household goods, corporate relocation, military, etc. Whatever your specialty, van line drivers post your experiences here. I...
What would be a good subforum for such a thread?
TR admins, Searching through the forums I've seen a good number of van line drivers and threads, given that it's such a specialized field with a...
Would love to hear from @Sharky88 or anyone else who has insight, thanks!
